Short-term Training

Get on the job fast with applied certificates and fast-track training

Take advantage of training opportunities designed to meet the needs of unemployed individuals who require additional skills in order to gain employment.

This training generally provides credit towards a Saskatchewan Polytechnic certificate program or applied certificate program. We deliver training throughout the year and the programs are 8 - 20 weeks in length.

Applicants can receive specific details about the program, admission requirements, funding support, and application process during an information session that is held prior to the program start dates, or by contacting a continuing education consultant.

Are you looking for effective project management skills so that you can complete projects on time and on budget? This online program will provide you with practical and professional skills in all aspe...Find out more

Designed for managers and supervisors, this unique, blended learning Leadership and Coaching program provides leadership strategies to effectively lead individuals and teams. Build your leadership sty...Find out more

Want to jump into the construction workforce? Check out the Electrician applied certificate program. At just 17 weeks long, it provides the basic knowledge and skills you need for an entry level job.I...Find out more

Fast track your career in the skilled trades with Sask Polytech's 17-week applied certificate program. Plumbers install, replace and maintain water and sewage systems in residential, commercial and in...Find out more

School of Hospitality and TourismLocation(s): Prince Albert
Applied Certificate

Well-trained, knowledgeable food and beverage professionals are always in demand. Popular local restaurants, hotels and convention centres compete with five-star resorts and international chains for t...Find out more

If you want to get into the workforce quickly and you like working in fast-paced environments, Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Food Service Cook program is a great choice. Food service cooks prepare meals ...Find out more

School of Hospitality and TourismLocation(s):
Delivery is subject to needs assessment.
Applied Certificate

Retail Meat Specialist is an applied certificate program offered on-campus and in partnership with Saskatchewan regional colleges. It will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in the ...Find out more

School of Human Services and Community SafetyLocation(s): Prince Albert,
Regina,
Saskatoon
Applied Certificate

Court Services Administrator is a 14-week applied certificate program offered at our Sask Polytech campuses and at some off-campus locations. You’ll learn from highly trained instructors who have expe...Find out more

School of Human Services and Community SafetyLocation(s): Prince Albert
Applied Certificate

Emergency Communications professionals are dispatchers who operate radios and other telecommunication equipment to dispatch emergency vehicles and co-ordinate the activities of drivers and other perso...Find out more

School of Human Services and Community SafetyLocation(s): Online
Applied Certificate

If you’re the kind of person who believes in standing up for others, consider a career in victim services. It is a high-demand area—and Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Victim Services Coordination program ...Find out more

School of Information and Communications TechnologyLocation(s): Online
Applied Certificate

Library Clerk is a 18-credit applied certificate program offered online, and provides entry-level library skills and knowledge training.Library clerks work directly with library technicians, librarian...Find out more

School of Mining, Energy and ManufacturingLocation(s):
Delivery is subject to needs assessment.
Applied Certificate

Do you want to prepare yourself for a career in welding?The 20-week enhanced Welding Applied Certificate program may be offered at any Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus subject to a needs assessment, an...Find out more

Do you like working on cars? Do you want to get into the workforce quickly? Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Automotive Painter program could be a great fit for you. The program prepares you to work in auto...Find out more

Maximize your career opportunities with the Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport applied certificate program – you’ll get training in two high-demand trades at once.The 21-week evening program is a...Find out more

School of TransportationLocation(s): Online
Certificate of Achievement

Warehouse Worker is a self-paced, online program that provides you with the knowledge and skill development needed for entry level employment in the warehouse industry. Consisting of six online course...Find out more

Career Enhancement

Are you looking for work and a career? Do you need to refresh and build your skills? Career Enhancement is a sponsored program designed to provide the essential tools you need to transition to work and a successful career. Build the knowledge, skills and confidence to find a rewarding job, advance your career and increase your success in further training. Learn more about the Career Enhancement program.

Experience Counts

Are you 55 or over and looking for employment or self-employment? Experience Counts projects offer unemployed Saskatchewan residents assistance in finding rewarding employment or self-employment, and have a record of success in transitioning mature adults back to work. Learn more about the Experience Counts program.

Micro-credentials from LERN

Learn any where, any time and earn a certificate from our partner LERN. You'll gain practical skills to advance your career. Learn more about current micro-credentials being offered.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon, and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.